Hetzer (German)

Description

The Hetzer was a German tank destroyer based on the chassis of captured Panzer 38(t) tanks. It was designed in 1943 as a replacement for lighter tank destroyers and assault guns such as the StuG III and Marder series after Allied bombing affected German production. The Hetzer featured sloped armour and a low profile combined with the L/48 75mm gun. These features made it an effective ambush tank destroyer, though it was vulnerable when caught in the open. Nearly 3000 were produced and deployed between 1944-45.

• Original file: NightSky Miniatures
• Painting: MarDav Miniatures
• These models are designed for modellers and collectors. They are not toys and are not suitable for children.
• Model supplied unassembled and unpainted. Additional finishing may be required during assembly.
• Finished colour of the product may vary from images shown.
• Photos and dimensions are at 28mm unless noted otherwise.
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• Models supplied at scales smaller than 20mm may be an alternative design more suitable for small scale prints. These are designed by Bergman or TigerAce1945